BS in Computer Science with the Data Science Cognate

In this program, you’ll take several core computer science courses in areas such as database design, computer architecture, computer security, software engineering management, and programming in C++. Other topics of study include Linux operating systems, Windows system administration, and operating systems design. You’ll also complete 2 computer science practicums, which give you the opportunity to develop real-world applications or application products while working with clients and/or functional domain experts.

The data science cognate provides an in-depth look at how to analyze, interpret, and utilize data to develop practical solutions to modern organizational challenges. Some of the subjects you may explore include:

• A broad introduction to the modern artificial intelligence field, including modern search techniques, optimization, knowledge representation, and decision-making
• A data science-specific introduction to the Python and R languages
• Current data engineering methods for aggregating, curating, and presenting data for analysis, including modern distributed processing systems
• Data visualization techniques, tools, and dashboards
• Machine learning techniques that allow organizations to leverage their data
• Modern data analysis techniques

From there, you’ll complete several quantitative studies courses focusing on elementary functions, coordinate geometry, statistical analysis, and discrete mathematics. You’ll also be able to personalize your degree by choosing from a wide range of lab science and technical elective course options. By taking such a well-rounded array of classes, you can graduate with the potential to be ready to help businesses and organizations of all sizes make informed, data-driven decisions that could lead to success.